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VIPs are zooming across the picturesque canals of Venice via speed boats as the three-day wedding celebration of businessman Jeff Bezos and journalist Lauren Sánchez unfolds amid local protests. The couple has reportedly extended invitations to around 200 guests for their lavish nuptials, which are set to kick off with an open-air soirée in the scenic cloisters of the 14th-century Madonna dell'Orto Church. Arriving in Venice just yesterday, Ms. Sánchez, 55, made a striking entrance in a black dress adorned with silver…

It’s that time of year again in Hollywood: the weekend of the Oscars. An air of anticipation fills the streets as stars and industry heavyweights gather to celebrate cinematic achievements. Just last night, the Oscar Wilde Awards paved the way for this grand event, showcasing the remarkable contributions of Irish talent in Hollywood. Walking on the iconic Green Carpet was not just a formality; it was a tribute to the legacy of Irish storytelling, all in support of the US Ireland Alliance and its dedicated scholarship fund.…

Strengthening Alliances: UK’s Financial Commitment to Defence This weekend, a significant gathering is set to take place, orchestrated by none other than British Prime Minister Keir Starmer. After returning from a high-stakes meeting with the former US President Donald Trump at the White House, Starmer has extended invitations to several world leaders. He stated, “I am hosting a number of countries at the weekend for us to continue to discuss how we go forward together as allies in light of the situation that we face.” Such…

Israel has issued a stern ultimatum: Hamas must release three hostages this weekend, or the conflict in Gaza will reignite. This warning follows Hamas's assertion of commitment to the ceasefire agreement, a situation that now teeters on the brink of crisis. Reports from Palestinian sources suggest there has been some advancement in negotiations to salvage the truce. The delicate calm was shattered when Hamas announced it would not release hostages on Saturday, citing violations of the agreement by Israel. Israel, in…

In Côte d'Ivoire, the first edition of the Festival of Consent, FestiCo, closed on Saturday 12 March. On the occasion of International Women's Day, the event was held at the University of Cocody and aimed to increase students' awareness of the concept of…

While the Central African Republic has 80% of Christians, this year the Easter weekend is celebrated gloomily with the Covid-19 pandemic and this new armed conflict launched in December 2020 by the rebels of the Coalition of Patriots for Change (CPC). as reported from Bangui, FLorence MoriceAt the entrance to the cathedral, mask…